The Science Behind The Product

Ever wonder about "product safety" when it comes to your skin care and cosmetic products?

Women everywhere want products that deliver results and are safe. Our expert team of scientists uses the most advanced skin care technology available to ensure that consumers get what they want: innovative products they can believe in. Product safety is our highest priority. Our scientists not only tests each product, they start by testing each ingredient to ensure its safety and effectiveness.

Check out my new videos at my website to learn more about product safety, development and scientific innovation.

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Wrinkle Free

I realize each time I log into my webmail I see this ad about reducing wrinkles by 99%. The model looks 90 years old and then all of a sudden she looks 35. Amazing! But is it realistic? NO!!!

I hate to see people mislead. Realistically, you will never completely get rid of the wrinkles you have unless you have cosmetic surgery. What do you do? I have found to keep your skin in great condition there is a little work involved.

+Wash your face before you go to bed. This is a must!! When you don't wash your face you are clogging your pores with dirt. When you sleep your skin is building collagen and it can't when your skin is not clean and can't breath.

+Moisturize, moisturize, moisturize. I have customers ask me, "why moisturize, I have oily skin?" Your skin needs hydration whether you have oily, normal and of course dry skin.

+Wear a facial SPF of at least 15 each day and limit your time in the sun.

Do you want to minimum your wrinkles? Here's how you can achieve it! Remember our products are 100% guarantee - refunds and exchanges are accepted. Add a Miracle Set to your shopping cart and receive a beautiful black and pink Travel Tote.

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Beauty News

Hello and Happy March to YOU!!

I don’t know where February went but I’m glad it’s March, that much closer to warmer weather.:) You can save in the month of March on your favorite Mary Kay products. This month you'll receive 20% off your order and always FREE shipping.

Co-workers and friends always ask me how I keep my complexion flawless and soft. I thought I would share with you the products I use daily to keep my youthful look.:) If you’ve never met me in person you can visit my Facebook page here - http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#/profile.php?id=541007524&ref=profile. Not bad for an almost 50 year old, huh?:) If you have a Facebook account please add me as your friend!

Ok, back to my daily regimen. The Set I can’t live without is the Miracle Set. The set utilizes the latest in skin care science to bring you the younger-looking skin you want with fewer lines and wrinkles, improved firmness, and more even skin tone. The 3-1 Cleanser (cleanses, tones, exfoliates all in one), moisturizer – I can’t go without my moisturizer!!!, plus it has anti-aging properties. Also in my set is Daily Solution which protects me from environmental damage – has a 25 SPF. Dermatologists recommend that you use a sunscreen daily, not just when the sun is out, but any time to keep the damage away. Then there is my Night Solution which I call my prescription Retin A you get from your Dermatologist. The Night Solution does some serious repair – minimums fine lines aned wrinkles and keeps your skin baby soft. Lastly, Eye Cream is a MUST!! Your under eye area doesn’t have pores and this area is the first to age you. I use my anti-aging eye cream morning and night.

One thing I have discovered is my face needs a good exfoliate 1-2x per week. If I don’t exfoliate my makeup looks drab and doesn’t go on right. If you want an alternative to going to the Dermatologist then try our Microdermabrasion Home System. I keep this advanced exfoliator (same professional grade exfoliating crystals used by dermatologists) in the shower to immediately energize skin. It really gives my skin a healthy glow.

Be sure and check out my favorite products and our NEW TV commercials at my website. Please contact me if you have any questions or let me know how I can help you with your beauty needs. All samples and consultations are FREE!

YOU GLOW GIRL!

Get Your Lips Valentine Ready

The winter can be havoc on your lips. Take charge and get your lips ready for your Valentine.
For every sweet sentiment on your lips, there’s the new limited-edition Satin Lips Gift Set. The lip mask contains miniature buffing beads that gently exfoliate dead surface skin cells that cause lips to appear dull and lifeless, while the lip balm helps moisturize dry, rough lips. Clinical results show that a single application of Lip Balm moisturizes lips for at least six hours.

The final step --- be sure and use a good lip primer. Now you can have anti-aging and priming benefits in one product! Age-Fighting Lip Primer creates healthier-looking lips by fighting fine lines and wrinkles while light-diffusing microspheres decrease their appearance. Use it on lips, inside and outside your lip line, to extend lipstick wear and prevent lipstick and lip gloss from feathering and bleeding.

Add your favorite lipstick or lip gloss and you're good to go.
LOVE THOSE LIPS!

Seasonal Skin Care?

The fall and winter months are a good time to exfoliate brown spots and uneven skin by using microdermabrasion. This treatment addresses the build up of dead skin cells, leaving the skin feeling fresh, clean and healthy.

Step 1: The advanced exfoliator (the same professional grade exfoliating crystals used by dermatologists) will immediately energize skin and reveal more radiant, healthy-looking skin. And Step 2: Is a rich serum, containing vitamins, antioxidants and anti-irritants. This serum nourishes the soft, smooth skin revealed by Step 1.

The skin care products you used during the summer months may not be what your skin needs during the fall/winter. If your skin is feeling drier it's time to address the need for a change in your skin care routine.

This is a good time to change your skin care routine to include the use of a hydrating gel or cream. It may be as simple as changing to a creamy cleanser to give your skin the hydratation and moisture it may need.

There is a lot to consider about your skin care regimen when transitioning to fall/winter. A good skin care specialist will be able to provide a wide variety of products to meet your skin’s unique needs.

Let me know how I can help you with your fall/winter skin care needs.

Bye, bye, dry! YOU GLOW GIRL!!

As Time Goes By....

I want to share some information with you that many women ask "as time goes by" and we get older.

I had a potential customer write me about her skin care concerns. She wrote -

Within the last month or 2 I am experiencing that lovely perimenopause and the oil production on my face is out of control. I have always had combination skin, but this is extensive. Very greasy, particularly T-zone but also in the temple areas and have had breakouts. UG! It is so unpleasant that my bangs end up kind of greasy by days end. I end up cleaning my face about 3 times a day to cut down on the oils, but that cannot be good for my skin and I fear that I am not getting enough moisture to the wrinkles around my eyes and mouth area. ANY SUGGESTIONS?

Dear Ms. Oily,

I understand your skin care concerns. As we are going through "change" our bodies and skin do some strange things.:) I don't know about you, but some times I feel like I'm going back to puberty myself.:)

To answer your question, you'll want to make sure you are using a skin care system that meets your needs. Since you have very oily skin you'll need a skin care system to control oil. Some women think that if they have oily skin they don't need to moisturize, not so. Your skin needs daily hydration and moisture. You'll get these benefits by using the correct skin care system -- the basics, cleanser and moisturizer and if needed some extra supplements.

To help control your oil beyond your skin care system I would suggest using a supplement that helps control oil throughout the day. One product I love and know that works is our Oil Mattifier. The Oil Mattifier absorbs oil and helps control shine for at least eight hours. And you can reapply it throughout the day – even over your foundation.

Another product I keep handy in my purse is our Beauty Blotters. These handy tissues absorb oil without the day and help keep your makeup fresh.

And to zap those zits, give our Acne Treatment Gel a try! A little dab daily will do it. The secret to this product is to continue to treat the affected area a few days after it disappears.

Remember, as you get older your skin care needs may change. I find though I'm still a bit oily I need additional hydration in some areas, so I've started using our Oil-Free Hydrating Gel. It's a perfect combination with my daily moisturizer.

Don't forget with the change of the seasons check your foundation shade. Most likely you will need a darker shade in the summer and lighter one in the winter.

Blessings,
SkinCareGirl

Have a Beauty question? Send them to skincare-girl@ca.rr.com

The Secret to Beautiful Skin

Good Morning~

After reading this information and using Mary Kay products I do think 40 is the NEW 30 when you take care of your skin! I have a bit of the "crows feet" not much though. Do you think maybe I'm really 25 years old. lol

By James Sternberg, MD
Dr. Sternberg is a dermatologist and anti aging expert in Westwood, California.

Taking care of your skin now will pay big benefits later—no matter what age you are now!

Although these changes are typical, there may be exceptions. The proper use of cleansers, moisturizers and cosmetics is essential to maintaining a youthful appearance. Use of a good skin care program such as Mary Kay offers—skin supplements containing Alpha Hydroxy—can certainly alter this progression.

At 20 years—The skin on the face is still free of wrinkles.

At 25 years—The first wrinkles appear on the forehead and under the eyes. Laugh lines become apparent.

At 30 years—”Crow’s feet” develop at the corners of the eyes.

At 40 years—Permanent wrinkles begin to appear in the area from the ears to
the neck.

At 50 years—Wrinkles appear around the nose, ear lobes, and chin. The skin
is noticeably drier.

At 55 years—Folds form at the nape of the neck and mostly on the areas exposed
to sunlight. Hyper-pigmentation or discoloration begins.

At 60 years—Wrinkles around the mouth deepen and the cheeks begin to sag.

At 70 years—Wrinkles begin to overlap, forming a crisscrossing net of
creases. Pigmentation is now quite evident.

Turn Back Time!

You've Got The Look - 24/7

The Look Book -- Spring 2008 is here, online for your shopping convenience. In the Spring issue you’ll find:

• Your New Best Friend - our New Custom Compacts

• YOU Glow Girl - NEW Mineral Bronzing and Highlighting Powders

• They're Vibrant and Full of Personality - New Mineral Eye and Cheek Colors

• A Girl's Best Beauty Secrets - See what customers are saying about their favorite products!

• Make Mother's day - Sets for Giving

• Give Handsomely to your best guy!

Discover products you'll love.

You Glow Girl!

The Ultimate Blog Party Continues!

The Ultimate Blog Party continues and to Celebrate I'm giving away an extra $25 Gift Certificate! All you have to do is leave a comment --- tell us what beauty product you can't live without and include your email address so I may notify you if you're the WINNER!

Enter March 7-14.

Be sure to stop by the Ultimate Blog Party to enter more awesome giveaways!

By the way, if I have a choice of prizes from the Ultimate Blog Party this is what I wish for:
#24 Sweet and Simple Design - my blog redesigned. I think it could use some needed help.
#30 Snuggy Bugz - there's a new baby girl in the extended family and Peyton would look so cute - snuggled as a bug!
#88 Ethan Allen Style Book - I'm design challenged. I think I could get some good decorating tips from this book.
#36 - Market for Entrepreneurs - I can always use some assistance in this area, especially from an expert.

Do you like FREE?

Who doesn’t love trying out a product before they buy it?

I used to go to the department store cosmetic counters and get my FREE samples of the latest fragrances along with other freebies they offered. But I found that I could never get a lipstick or lipgloss sample or even a skin care sample without having to buy something.

The wait is over! That’s why I’ve got FREE samples that I’d love for you to try. Get yours now!

If you see something else you are dying to try let me know and I'll get that sample out the door as fast as you can say.....YOU GLOW GIRL!

Be sure to check out my other FREE OFFERS just for YOU!

Kissology 101

What does your kiss say about you? Are you serious or flirty? Demure or sassy? Match your lip print to discover something new about you from the expert kissologist!

Your lips may be speaking volumes about you. New York City Kissologist Maxine Albert specializes in the “art of discovering one’s inner qualities by the configuration of the lips.” So we’re putting her lip service to use!

Love Those Lips!

For The Guys Out There:-)

It's a New Year and we're always talking about women's skin care needs. But what about our guys out there?

Are you a guy that takes care of your skin? These days there are more and more skin care products out there and it can be frustrating and confusing when trying to find the right skin care system for you.

I feel men are becoming more image conscious and there is also a lot of talk about skin cancer these days. And there should be. Estimated new cases of skin cancer rose to 1 million in 2007.

A facial bar cleans and buffs skin as it begins the process to help reduce the visible signs of aging. Skin is left smooth and healthy-looking.

If you're using that bar of soap did you know that you are drying out your skin and leaving a film of harsh chemicals that are clogging your pores?

Shave Foam helps soften the skin and beard to help reduce razor irritation. The enriched formula surrounds and clings to each whisker, creating a comfort zone between the razor and the skin for a clean, close shave. The rich cream has a light, fresh scent any man will love.

Moisturizing is a necessity. Always use a light moisturizer on your face after cleansing and shaving and don't forget your neck! Hydrate and nourish your skin.

And better yet, find a SPF 15 moisturizer or higher that hydrates skin and provides UVA/UVB protection to help shield the skin from harmful rays that can cause it to age prematurely. This type of moisturizer even retains its sun protection for at least 80 minutes in water. Remember, sun damage will lead to lines, wrinkles, brown spots and skin cancer.

Check out our product line designed exclusively for men that combats and helps prevent the signs of aging, leaving a guy's face looking and feeling great. Simple. Effective. No nonsense.

P.S. If for any reason you are not completely satisfied with any product, it will be replaced without charge, exchanged or the full purchase price refunded.

Questions? Email SkinCareGirl

Beauty Resolutions

Have you made your Beauty Resolutions this year?

The beginning of every year is a great time to make changes in your life. Here are some simple resolutions that are easy to apply.

DeClutter your Make-up Bag. You know, out with the old, in with the new. How long have you had that mascara or cheek color in your make-up bag? Remember to throw away your mascara about every 3 months. Create a new look this year with our NEW Color Looks! Experiment with new eye and cheek colors to give you that WOW feeling.

Schedule a skin cancer screening. If you've never had a skin cancer screening this is the perfect time to schedule one. We all know that skin cancer is the most common cancer in the U.S. Designate a month for an annual appointment with your dermatologist. Early detection saves lives!

Commit to a skin care regimen. When you're using a great skin care regimen you'll see the difference in how your skin looks and feels. Now this doesn't happen overnight, it's with long term use that the results will appear. Be patient!

Pick that perfect shade of foundation. You have the perfect skin care regimen and now it's time to pick that perfect shade of foundation that looks GREAT on YOU! As seasons change so does the shade of our foundation.

First you want proper lighting to pick your perfect shade. Daylight is the most ideal condition. Stand next to a window to apply the foundation along your jaw line, NOT on your arm, hand or face. The right one will vanish into your skin. You'll want your foundation to match your neck even if your neck is slightly darker than your face.

A matte finish will be HOT this spring so you'll want to be sure and try our NEW Mineral Foundation to get that perfect look!

YOU GLOW GIRL!

Happy New Year!

Start the NEW YEAR right with Beaut-E-News! Create a beautiful you with the latest beauty, fashion trends and inspiration from our online newsletter.

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Anniversary Celebration Sale!

We're Celebrating our 45th Anniversaryin the Cosmetics and Skin Care Industry! To celebrate we're offering our new and exisiting customers 15% off all purchases until October 22nd.

Come Celebrate our NEW website! You'll find New products, tips and trends, application tips, experience a Virtual Makeover and Shop for special gifts for the holdiays! PLUS free samples and a special FREE Gift with purchase when your order is $40.00 or more!

Be sure to check out our Product Research and Development department too! Women and Men everywhere want products that deliver results. Our expert team of scientists use the most advanced skin care technology available to ensure that consumers get what they want.

Want to find out what your lifestyle and beauty preferences say about you? Take a simple quiz, and you’ll receive a brief style profile and recommendations for the products that would be perfect for you! So click away and have fun!

Summer Vacations!

I apologize for not keeping up with my blog, but vacation was calling. We had a wonderful time in Cancun, Mexico for 5 days. Here's a picture I took at our vacation spot, The Paradisus Cancun Resort.

Speaking of vacationing, it was so HOT and I didn't want to burn. I lathered on a SPF30 sunscreen and still got a burn. I'm not a sun worshiper and I think my poor skin was traumatized by the sun. So I think I'll stick with my Sunless Tanning Lotion. It gives me a nice (fake) tan that looks natural.